The Story Behind the Mission
Scarlett Arana is a Miami native, trained Architect, Fund Manager, and Geospatial Scientist who has been at the forefront of the Miami tech movement for over a decade. As Co-Founder & CEO of BitBasel, she leads community initiatives across the Blockchain, Metaverse, SpaceTech, and BlueTech ecosystems. She's actively investing in and advising emerging Web3, art-tech, and climate-focused ventures.
"This technology is for everybody." As a Latina woman in tech, Scarlett is dedicated to educating young women about emerging technologies and guiding them toward successful careers in these fields.
Background
- Born and raised in Miami — one of the few people in Miami that's actually from there
- Master of Science in Geospatial Science from University of Florida (2008-2011)
- Trained Architect with expertise in 3D asset creation and virtual reality
- Scholar in Residence at UF Blockchain Lab / UF Digital Worlds
- SDG-14 UN Ambassador for ocean conservation
Expertise
Journey Timeline
University of Florida
Master of Science in Geospatial Science
Blockchain Education
Started leading blockchain education efforts across Florida
Miami Blockchain Center
Co-founded with ribbon-cutting by Mayor Francis Suarez
BitBasel Launch
Founded BitBasel during Miami Art Week with OpenSea & SuperRare founders
Sagamore Takeover
Week-long hotel buyout with panels on civic engagement, ocean tech, and space
Immerse Global Summit
Partnership bridging XR and blockchain worlds
Lunaprise Moon Museum
BitBasel artwork lands on the Moon via NASA mission
BitBasel Vol. 6
Fingerprints of Humanity — largest edition to date
Current Roles
Co-Founder & CEO
Leading Miami's premier art-tech platform
Scholar in Residence
UF Blockchain Lab & Digital Worlds
SDG-14 UN Ambassador
Ocean conservation advocacy
Web3 Advisor
Strategic blockchain guidance
Co-Builder
Decentralized local governance
Women in Tech Advocate
Mentoring the next generation
Let's Connect
Interested in collaborating, speaking opportunities, or just want to chat about the future of Web3?